Description: AmeriCorps member will organize, create, and implement literacy programs at the Carnegie-Stout Public Library and for community partners.

Examples of Duties:

Plan and implement literacy programs for preschool and early elementary school aged children at the library and its community partners.

Develop a relationship with staff and participants to foster a positive learning environment.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Playground Explorations training starts June 4. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Description: AmeriCorps member will lead academic, recreational and enrichment activities in small groups for children at participating with the Dubuque Dream Center Summer Program.

Examples of Duties:

Collaborate with the Site Supervisor to provide programming and outreach to the Dubuque Dream Center; focused on providing a drug-free, educational, nurturing and safe supervised environment for community youth.

Support at-risk youth during the Summer Program and events through positive adult interactions, academic engagement, recreational activities, meal mentoring, field trips and encouraging peer engagement.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Description: AmeriCorps member will provide intensive literacy tutoring in the Dubuque Community School District Summer Academy.

Examples of Duties:

Provide tutoring support in the morning reading program onsite.

Facilitate programming for the afternoon activities.

Provide wraparound programs for students attending morning and afternoon program.

Develop a relationship with students and staff to foster a positive learning environment.

Collaborate with teachers/paraprofessionals in monitoring and recording student performance and behavior.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Playground Explorations training starts June 4. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Description: AmeriCorps member will lead academic enrichment activities and organized recreation programs in small groups for children at neighborhood parks.

Examples of Duties:

Collaborate with the Playground Coordinator to provide programming and outreach to the Leisure Services Playgrounds; focused on providing a drug-free, educational, nurturing and safe supervised environments for community youth.

Develop program curricula that are focused around STREAM, community engagement, education and positive social skill development.

Lead program activities during Playground Programs, community special events, and at outreach to other organizations.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Playground Explorations training starts June 4. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Develop relationships with teens and AmeriCorps members to foster a positive learning environment.

Organize field trips for teens.

Facilitate guest speakers for teens.

Develop a relationship with staff and participants to foster a positive learning environment.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Applicant must be comfortable working with marginalized populations and discussing topics related to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Playground Explorations training starts June 4. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Description: AmeriCorps member will organize, create, and implement a youth empowerment and education program with the Multicultural Family Center.

Examples of Duties:

Develop trusting relationships with teens by serving side by side with them at the various worksites. Worksites include vigorous field work including but not limited to: walking, hiking, cutting down brush, lifting more than 10 pounds, canoeing and camping.

Collaborate with the Future Talk Directors to plan service projects for teens and assist teens with their education portfolios.

Develop a relationship with staff and participants to foster a positive learning environment.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Applicant must be comfortable working with marginalized populations and discussing topics related to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Playground Explorations training starts June 4. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.

Description: AmeriCorps member will tutor, mentor, and instruct students in small groups or one on one at St. Mark Youth Enrichment Heroes Summer Academy.

Examples of Duties:

Supervise and lead activities designed to enhance the health, emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled in the program.

Tutor, mentor and instruct students in an academic, social-emotional, and enriching learning program.

Develop relationships with students and staff to foster a positive and safe learning environment.

Collaborate with teachers/paraprofessionals in monitoring and recording student performance and behavior.

Participate in service projects outside of the assigned placement.

Attend AmeriCorps team meetings and mandatory trainings.

Engage in other duties that support the grant narrative and are not prohibited activities.

Typical Qualifications:

Desire to work with children; experience working with children a plus.

Applicant must be creative, energetic, dependable and a self-starter.

Applicant must have reliable transportation.

Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicant must pass three-part Criminal History Background Check because of reoccurring access to vulnerable populations.

Available shifts: AmeriCorps training starts May 21. Service will take place during normal business hours. Some night hours are required during Special Events. Vacation, sick, holiday and lunch time do not count toward your total 300 hours.

*AmeriCorps member will receive education award in the form of an electronic payment through myamericorpgs.gov. Education award may be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary educational institutions or qualified student loans. Members who are 55+ years of age can transfer award to child or grandchild under specific conditions.